Viral posts are calling for Halloween to become a night of action against Flock Safety and other license plate reader cameras.
The idea suggests that costumes, darkness, and crowds could provide cover for disabling or damaging the devices.
However, no clear leader or organized events have emerged, making it more of a viral concept than a coordinated movement.
Privacy Concerns Behind the Backlash
Privacy advocates argue that the cameras violate the Fourth Amendment by recording detailed travel habits of innocent people.
There have also been cases of police misuse and known security vulnerabilities with the cameras.
Flock says it has deployed over 120,000 cameras across 49 states, logging plates, locations, and vehicle details.
Despite new safeguards, the backlash against widespread plate-reader surveillance continues.
Some citizens have already been arrested for vandalism against the cameras.
The viral idea may have started on Facebook around August 7 before gaining traction through larger accounts.
While Halloween vandalism is not a constructive solution, the episode highlights how ALPR brands have lost control of the conversation.
